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AJ55 GGY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,754 mi
Last recorded106,754 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 GGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2012 106,754 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 97,337 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 80,913 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 16 Dec 2008 59,168 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AJ55 GGY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ55 GGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJ55 GGY?

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What year was AJ55 GGY registered?

AJ55 GGY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is AJ55 GGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 GGY shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJ55 GGY have outstanding finance?

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